Water in your basement? Cracks in your foundation? Leaky foundation walls? Call Woodford - we can help! Woodford Bros., Inc. specializes in basement waterproofing, foundation repair, concrete leveling, crawlspace repair, gutter installations and radon mitigation. Founded in 1962, Woodford's original focus was foundations and barns. Now, we do basement waterproofing, concrete leveling and radon mitigation. That's why Tom and Mike got the name "Basement Brothers." Honesty and hard work are at the heart of what we do, as modeled by our owners Tom and Mike Woodford. Our headquarters is in Apulia Station, outside of Tully, NY. We serve all of Central New York, including Syracuse, Rochester, Binghamton, Oswego, Ithaca, and Auburn.
"Josh Taft and Brad were very personable, professional and efficient. They were also respectful of my house. This is the second time I’ve used your company. No offense, but I hope I don’t need the services of your company again."
Sandy H on February 2024
Water in your basement? Cracks in your foundation? Leaky foundation walls? Call Woodford - we can help! Woodford Bros., Inc. specializes in basement waterproofing, foundation repair, concrete leveling, crawlspace repair, gutter installations and radon mitigation. Founded in 1962, Woodford's original focus was foundations and barns. Now, we do basement waterproofing, concrete leveling and radon mitigation. That's why Tom and Mike got the name "Basement Brothers." Honesty and hard work are at the heart of what we do, as modeled by our owners Tom and Mike Woodford. Our headquarters is in Apulia Station, outside of Tully, NY. We serve all of Central New York, including Syracuse, Rochester, Binghamton, Oswego, Ithaca, and Auburn.
"Josh Taft and Brad were very personable, professional and efficient. They were also respectful of my house. This is the second time I’ve used your company. No offense, but I hope I don’t need the services of your company again."
Sandy H on February 2024
Midstate Basement Authorities, Inc. is Central New York's trusted, full-service basement waterproofing and foundation repair contractor. Fully insured, and equipped to handle any size job for both residential and commercial. Services include basement waterproofing, water control systems - interior and exterior, crawlspace encapsulation and repair, foundation repair, shotcrete, structural analysis and repair, sump pumps, wall crack repair, bowed wall repair & concrete repair...along with concrete leveling and lifting. Serving Ithaca, Syracuse, Binghamton and everywhere in between. We do not service new construction - as in pouring new foundations or basement remodeling. We treat our customers like family from start to finish by providing excellent customer service, preventative tips, free inspections and fair estimates on work that needs to be done.
"Excellent, Bill was extremely profrssional"
Kelly R on March 2025
Midstate Basement Authorities, Inc. is Central New York's trusted, full-service basement waterproofing and foundation repair contractor. Fully insured, and equipped to handle any size job for both residential and commercial. Services include basement waterproofing, water control systems - interior and exterior, crawlspace encapsulation and repair, foundation repair, shotcrete, structural analysis and repair, sump pumps, wall crack repair, bowed wall repair & concrete repair...along with concrete leveling and lifting. Serving Ithaca, Syracuse, Binghamton and everywhere in between. We do not service new construction - as in pouring new foundations or basement remodeling. We treat our customers like family from start to finish by providing excellent customer service, preventative tips, free inspections and fair estimates on work that needs to be done.
"Excellent, Bill was extremely profrssional"
Kelly R on March 2025
At Highlander Waterproofing & Foundation Repair, we are the area's trusted experts specializing in basement and crawlspace waterproofing and encapsulation, along with foundation repair services for bowing and buckling walls, floor and wall cracks, and full foundation rebuilds to name a few. When you contact Highlander for a free inspection, you are choosing a BBB A+ Accredited, two-time Torch Award for Ethics Winner, with our most recent years 2021, 2022!
At Highlander Waterproofing & Foundation Repair, we are the area's trusted experts specializing in basement and crawlspace waterproofing and encapsulation, along with foundation repair services for bowing and buckling walls, floor and wall cracks, and full foundation rebuilds to name a few. When you contact Highlander for a free inspection, you are choosing a BBB A+ Accredited, two-time Torch Award for Ethics Winner, with our most recent years 2021, 2022!
At Highlander Waterproofing & Foundation Repair of Western New York, we specialize in basement waterproofing and foundation repair services. We are the proud recipient of the Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics 2021! If water is invading your home, you are not alone. We offer custom-designed waterproofing solutions and foundation repair that you can trust. Highlander Waterproofing is family owned and operated and has a 100% commitment to our customer's satisfaction. Much like the foundation repair work we specialize in, building on a strong foundation is the key to success, which is why we have built our business on hard work, endless energy, knowledge and integrity. Contact us today for a free inspection at 877-415-0564 or info@highlanderwaterproofing.com
"I hired Highlander to install a channel drain in front of garage to keep it from getting water in it. The guy showed up with his 16 year old son and dug the trench and laid the pipe very shallowly and left a large open hole in front of my driveway, that was one issue. The second issue was there was no slope to to the pipe. It is straight so the water is not actually draining. The third issue was they cemented the grates onto the the channel drain when they are supposed to be removable so you can clean it. They did correct that and the hole near the driveway they patched with stone, but it is still not pitched properly and the concrete was cracking almost immediately after drying, I asked for the salesman to come back and look at it and asked him if it looked professional, because it didn?t to me or my stepfather who does concrete for a living, and his response was that it did. Well, less than an a year and grates are popping up because the concrete is completely cracked."
Rachel T on August 2024
At Highlander Waterproofing & Foundation Repair of Western New York, we specialize in basement waterproofing and foundation repair services. We are the proud recipient of the Better Business Bureau Torch Award for Ethics 2021! If water is invading your home, you are not alone. We offer custom-designed waterproofing solutions and foundation repair that you can trust. Highlander Waterproofing is family owned and operated and has a 100% commitment to our customer's satisfaction. Much like the foundation repair work we specialize in, building on a strong foundation is the key to success, which is why we have built our business on hard work, endless energy, knowledge and integrity. Contact us today for a free inspection at 877-415-0564 or info@highlanderwaterproofing.com
"I hired Highlander to install a channel drain in front of garage to keep it from getting water in it. The guy showed up with his 16 year old son and dug the trench and laid the pipe very shallowly and left a large open hole in front of my driveway, that was one issue. The second issue was there was no slope to to the pipe. It is straight so the water is not actually draining. The third issue was they cemented the grates onto the the channel drain when they are supposed to be removable so you can clean it. They did correct that and the hole near the driveway they patched with stone, but it is still not pitched properly and the concrete was cracking almost immediately after drying, I asked for the salesman to come back and look at it and asked him if it looked professional, because it didn?t to me or my stepfather who does concrete for a living, and his response was that it did. Well, less than an a year and grates are popping up because the concrete is completely cracked."
Rachel T on August 2024
For over a decade, Foam It Insulation has built a solid reputation as the Southern Tiers most trusted Home Performance Contracting Business. Foam It Insulation is committed to providing quality service to the community. We believe that a reputation as an honest and reliable business is the recipe for success. While others seek to profit by cutting corners, or recommending unnecessary services to customers, we believe that a good reputation and consistent service will reap bigger profits in the long run. Foam It Insulation is a Build Performance Institute (BPI) Accredited company. We have professional Home Comfort Advisors who use a variety of techniques and equipment to determine the energy efficiency of a structure. Thorough Home Comfort Evaluations often use equipment such as blower doors, which measure the extent of leaks in the building envelope. Infrared cameras are used, which reveal hard-to-detect areas of air infiltration and missing insulation.
"Foam-it is a top notch professional contractor. They tell you exactly what they will do....they do exactly what they said. They were on time, put down drop clothes, did the work, all the while explaining and showing y"
Doug M on January 2020
For over a decade, Foam It Insulation has built a solid reputation as the Southern Tiers most trusted Home Performance Contracting Business. Foam It Insulation is committed to providing quality service to the community. We believe that a reputation as an honest and reliable business is the recipe for success. While others seek to profit by cutting corners, or recommending unnecessary services to customers, we believe that a good reputation and consistent service will reap bigger profits in the long run. Foam It Insulation is a Build Performance Institute (BPI) Accredited company. We have professional Home Comfort Advisors who use a variety of techniques and equipment to determine the energy efficiency of a structure. Thorough Home Comfort Evaluations often use equipment such as blower doors, which measure the extent of leaks in the building envelope. Infrared cameras are used, which reveal hard-to-detect areas of air infiltration and missing insulation.
"Foam-it is a top notch professional contractor. They tell you exactly what they will do....they do exactly what they said. They were on time, put down drop clothes, did the work, all the while explaining and showing y"
Doug M on January 2020
Interior Consulting, Design and contracting
Interior Consulting, Design and contracting
We are family ran business we have all the right tools to do your job the right way we take pride in are work we have a lot of references you can call and check out for your self
"JV contracting did a excellent job on our roof . I highly recommend ! A great job at a fair price. They cleaned up everyday and explained what needed to be done when they found rotted wood on my 123 year old house .They fixed it good as new. We love the color of the shingles we picked out . Great job by Josh and his crew !"
steve O on October 2023
We are family ran business we have all the right tools to do your job the right way we take pride in are work we have a lot of references you can call and check out for your self
"JV contracting did a excellent job on our roof . I highly recommend ! A great job at a fair price. They cleaned up everyday and explained what needed to be done when they found rotted wood on my 123 year old house .They fixed it good as new. We love the color of the shingles we picked out . Great job by Josh and his crew !"
steve O on October 2023
We offer the best quality in waterproofing systems and foundation repair in the tri state area. We train each one of our employees with every style of system there is out there so we can quickly identify the source of the problem and resolve it as fast as possible the right way. We specialize in pressure relief systems, mold removal/remediation, foundation waterproofing and repair, and also asbestos removal. We have over 10 years of hands on expierence and offer a double lifetime warranty on all our services to assure the customer our product works and will last. Our specialists are here to help the customer with any questions concerning mold, asbestos, and/or any cracks or crumpling foundation walls. We offer step by step process of our waterproofing pressure relief systems to educate the customer and try to help them avoid any Unnecessary money hungry contractors. We are here to help keep the customer and there family get that DRY MOLD FREE basement that they deserve with hassle as possible. Again we offer double lifetime warranty on all our products and systems. Which means the whole entire time the customers owns the property we assure if anything breaks or leaks we will be right there making sure everything is perfect. But the double lifetime also means if the customer were to sell the property the warranty is transferred over to the next owner for the remaining time he or she owns the property. MEANING WE GAURANTEE OUR PRODUCT WORKS AND WILL LAST!! Call now to set up a free estimate or if you have any questions.
"It went great. The customer service was awesome. Every question I had about the job or waterproofing they answered, and educated me on. The price was a bit high but you get what you pay for and I’m glad I chose aqua shield. They get the best equipment and material for the job. The best part about them is the double life time warranty. I will recommend everyone to choose aqua shield."
Damion r on May 2018
We offer the best quality in waterproofing systems and foundation repair in the tri state area. We train each one of our employees with every style of system there is out there so we can quickly identify the source of the problem and resolve it as fast as possible the right way. We specialize in pressure relief systems, mold removal/remediation, foundation waterproofing and repair, and also asbestos removal. We have over 10 years of hands on expierence and offer a double lifetime warranty on all our services to assure the customer our product works and will last. Our specialists are here to help the customer with any questions concerning mold, asbestos, and/or any cracks or crumpling foundation walls. We offer step by step process of our waterproofing pressure relief systems to educate the customer and try to help them avoid any Unnecessary money hungry contractors. We are here to help keep the customer and there family get that DRY MOLD FREE basement that they deserve with hassle as possible. Again we offer double lifetime warranty on all our products and systems. Which means the whole entire time the customers owns the property we assure if anything breaks or leaks we will be right there making sure everything is perfect. But the double lifetime also means if the customer were to sell the property the warranty is transferred over to the next owner for the remaining time he or she owns the property. MEANING WE GAURANTEE OUR PRODUCT WORKS AND WILL LAST!! Call now to set up a free estimate or if you have any questions.
"It went great. The customer service was awesome. Every question I had about the job or waterproofing they answered, and educated me on. The price was a bit high but you get what you pay for and I’m glad I chose aqua shield. They get the best equipment and material for the job. The best part about them is the double life time warranty. I will recommend everyone to choose aqua shield."
Damion r on May 2018
This business was formed on the theroy of , No one should ever go broke from getting help with there property needs.
This business was formed on the theroy of , No one should ever go broke from getting help with there property needs.
Highlander Waterproofing of Western New York specializes in basement waterproofing and foundation repair. Contact us today for a free inspection at (877) 415-0564.
"I put a lot of time into my decision of who would waterproof my crawlspace. I had multiple companies come and give estimates. At the end highlander had their best price and a guarantee. Going in I felt confident in my decision. But once the work was done all of the good feelings were gone. From constant miscommunications between sales, workers and bosses. The original work didn’t even fit the original plan. The backyard being more dry as a “result of the pump” never came to fruition. After round 1 of the work all they managed to do was flood the front of my home and make a waterfall in my crawlspace. Round two they fixed the discharge, but when I was told in the estimate that the high end of my home wouldn’t accumulate water because the pump in the low point would collect it and discharge it first. Asked salesman what if it doesn’t he eased my mind by saying “that’s what the warrant is for we would cover it” fast forward to second rainfall after work was corrected and boom standing water everywhere in high end of crawlspace. Then told by the boss they won’t touch it without charging more since not covered by warranty and given salesman stated they don’t charge extra no matter what they find. Turns out the 8600 dollar investment I made was a complete waste and now I’m left with a crawlspace that still floods and if I want it repaired by them it’s another 6000 dollars. But why would I trust a place I’ve already had comeback twice. I wish I could rewind a month and pick one of the other companies, I won’t name any so no one thinks this review is an ad for someone else. My advice is stay away from highlander and don’t trust what they say unless it’s in writing. Now I almost feel trapped as if they have to finish the work but I have little confidence they wouldn’t be out again after the next rain. Only positives are they respond timely and are polite while describing how you were basically deceived. Worst investment I’ve ever made."
Robert W on April 2020
Highlander Waterproofing of Western New York specializes in basement waterproofing and foundation repair. Contact us today for a free inspection at (877) 415-0564.
"I put a lot of time into my decision of who would waterproof my crawlspace. I had multiple companies come and give estimates. At the end highlander had their best price and a guarantee. Going in I felt confident in my decision. But once the work was done all of the good feelings were gone. From constant miscommunications between sales, workers and bosses. The original work didn’t even fit the original plan. The backyard being more dry as a “result of the pump” never came to fruition. After round 1 of the work all they managed to do was flood the front of my home and make a waterfall in my crawlspace. Round two they fixed the discharge, but when I was told in the estimate that the high end of my home wouldn’t accumulate water because the pump in the low point would collect it and discharge it first. Asked salesman what if it doesn’t he eased my mind by saying “that’s what the warrant is for we would cover it” fast forward to second rainfall after work was corrected and boom standing water everywhere in high end of crawlspace. Then told by the boss they won’t touch it without charging more since not covered by warranty and given salesman stated they don’t charge extra no matter what they find. Turns out the 8600 dollar investment I made was a complete waste and now I’m left with a crawlspace that still floods and if I want it repaired by them it’s another 6000 dollars. But why would I trust a place I’ve already had comeback twice. I wish I could rewind a month and pick one of the other companies, I won’t name any so no one thinks this review is an ad for someone else. My advice is stay away from highlander and don’t trust what they say unless it’s in writing. Now I almost feel trapped as if they have to finish the work but I have little confidence they wouldn’t be out again after the next rain. Only positives are they respond timely and are polite while describing how you were basically deceived. Worst investment I’ve ever made."
Robert W on April 2020
Due to the nature of basements, some level of waterproofing is necessary to prevent water from seeping in and causing damage. Some definitive signs that your basement needs waterproofing measures or needs existing waterproofing measures need to be updated include:
Water in your basement, including damp walls or puddles on the floor
Mold spots in your basement
Musty smells or odors
Warped doors or walls
Cracks in walls
Insect issues, such as cockroaches and termites
You can DIY basement waterproofing in some ways to help save on the overall costs. If your basement isn’t experiencing a lot of water but is noticeably humid, you can try running a dehumidifier that will pull the excess water out of the air. If you notice water leaking due to outdoor drainage issues, you can add downspout extensions to keep rainwater away from your home.
However, if the problem is more severe and requires a more extensive solution, it’s best to call a basement waterproofing professional to assess the treatment you need and install waterproofing safeguards properly. Since keeping water out of your basement is important, ensuring this job is done correctly the first time is best.
Damp proofing and waterproofing are both methods to help keep your basement dry. Damp proofing keeps soil moisture from entering your basement, which is helpful since your basement is underground. Waterproofing, however, keeps both soil moisture and liquid water out of the basement, which is essential, especially if you live in a wet environment. Because it’s more protective, waterproofing typically costs more than damp proofing.
Several factors dictate if you should waterproof the interior or exterior of your basement. Waterproofing the exterior of your home is a great option if you use your basement for storage, as it provides the most protection from water and water damage. If you prefer work done outside of your home versus inside, exterior waterproofing is best for you. However, interior waterproofing is often less expensive since the area is easier to reach and requires less labor.
The cost of basement waterproofing is $4,950 for the average homeowner. However, you could end up paying between $600 and $14,000, depending on factors like basement size, waterproofing method, and the region you live in.
If you live in an area with heavy rainfall, you might be paying more for waterproofing than if you lived somewhere drier since waterproofing contractors would be in high demand. Likewise, a 500-foot basement costs between $2,500 and $5,000 to waterproof, but that price rises significantly for a larger basement.